About Bobby McLaren
Lived 1929 – 2008 (aged 79). Bobby McLaren was a British association football player.
Robert McLaren (5 August 1929 – 8 October 2010) was a Scottish professional footballer who played as an inside forward. He made seven appearances in the Football League during spells with Cardiff City and Scunthorpe United.
Career Born in Glasgow, McLaren was playing for Welsh side Barry Town when his performances prompted Football League side Cardiff City to sign him in 1950. He made his professional debut in a 0–0 draw with Luton Town in March 1950 but spent the majority of his time in the club's reserve side. He was sold back to Barry Town in January 1951 for £750 before returning to the Football League with Scunthorpe United six months later. He made six appearances before dropping back into non-league football.
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Who was Bobby McLaren?
association football player (1929-2008)
When was Bobby McLaren born?
Bobby McLaren was born on 5 August 1929 in Glasgow.
When did Bobby McLaren die?
Bobby McLaren died on 8 October 2008 in Blackpool.
What was Bobby McLaren's occupation?
Bobby McLaren was an association football player.
What nationality was Bobby McLaren?
Bobby McLaren was British.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Bobby McLaren. https://biography.guide/bobby-mclaren/
MLA: "Bobby McLaren." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/bobby-mclaren/.
Chicago: "Bobby McLaren." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/bobby-mclaren/.
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